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Matthew Postins

Matthew Postins

Joined: May 24, 2023

Matthew Postins is an award-winning sports journalist who covers the Texas Rangers, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros for Sports Illustrated/FanNation. He also covers he Big 12 for Heartland College Sports.

Jul 14, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) and right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) look on as designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) waves to the crowd before the game against the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Boss Gives Vague Timeline For Injured Slugger’s Return

The Houston Astros are hoping to get their All-Star right fielder back in the lineup at some point, GM Dana Brown says.

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May 26, 2023; Mesa, AZ, USA; Sam Houston Bearkats' Walker Janek (3) celebrates his 3-run home run against the GCU Lobos during their WAC Tournament game at Hohokam Stadium.
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MLB Draft Didn’t Help Houston Astros in Top 100 Prospects List

The Houston Astros still don’t have a Top 100 prospect in minor league baseball according to Baseball America.

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Feb 16, 2024; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia (77) works out during spring training practice at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches.
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Two Key Houston Astros Pitchers Continue Injury Rehab Work

The Houston Astros could really use the return of some starting pitching as they’re now firmly in the AL West race.

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Jul 21, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) hits a double against the Seattle Mariners during the eighth inning at T-Mobile Park.
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Look: Houston Astros Slugger Gets Home Run Ball Back After Cycle

Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez hit for the cycle in a loss but a Mariners super fan made sure he got his home run ball.

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Jun 14, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown speaks to reporters in the dugout prior to a game against the Washington Nationals at Minute Maid Park.
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MLB Insider Wonders if Houston Astros Can Be ‘All In’ at Deadline

The Houston Astros are back at the top of the AL West but one insider questions how much the team can do at the deadline.

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Aug 1, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown speaks with media before the game against the Cleveland Guardians at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Sign Eight Draft Picks, Three Free Agents

The Houston Astros are nearly halfway home in terms of signing their 2024 MLB Draft class, selected this week.

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Jul 13, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Chas McCormick (20) dives to catch a fly ball for an out against the Texas Rangers during the fourth inning at Minute Maid Park.
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Houston Astros Release 2025 Regular Season Schedule

The Houston Astros learned their opponents and home dates for their 162-game regular season schedule for the 2025 season.

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Jul 3, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Steven Wilson (36) and catcher Martin Maldonado (15) celebrate a win over the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.
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White Sox DFA Former Houston Astros World Series Winner

The Chicago White Sox are using the All-Star Break to designate a former Houston Astros World Series winner for assignment.

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Jun 9, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) pitches during the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.
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Houston Astros Star Celebrated On Top 100 Pro Athletes List

This Houston Astros Cy Young winner is part of ESPN’s new list of the Top 100 pro athletes in the 21st century.

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Jun 26, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel (60) delivers against the Texas Rangers in the first inning at American Family Field.
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Former Astros Star Hits Free Agency After Brewers Roster Move

Dallas Keuchel is now back on the open market after the Milwaukee Brewers made a move on his roster spot a few days ago.

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Jul 4, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros pitcher Luis Garcia in the dugout before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Minute Maid Park.
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Pair of Injured Astros Seeking Progress During All-Star Break

The Houston Astros are hopeful to get back a starting pitcher and a backup catcher in the near future.

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Jul 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Dallas Keuchel (60) throws during the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.
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Brewers Designated Former Houston Astros Ace for Assignment

The winding road of pitcher Dallas Keuchel’s career took another turn after the Milwaukee Brewers made a move on Sunday.

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